Eartha Kitt, a Seducer of Audiences, Dies at 81
By ROB HOERBURGER New York Times: Dec. 26, 2008

Eartha Kitt, a rare triple-threat talent, dies of cancer at 81
By Elysa Gardner and Jim Cheng, USA TODAY

Sultry `Santa Baby' singer Eartha Kitt dies at 81
By POLLY ANDERSON, AP Writer
Eartha wins 2008 Daytime Emmy Award for
“Outstanding Performer in an Animated Series!!”

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To Eartha's fans from her daughter

Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers. My mother was fortunate to have so many people who cared so much.

Unfortunately, her last weeks were often difficult and painful. But, she did get to come home and finish her life overlooking her fabulous view, surrounded by the many treasures of her amazing life.

I was with her continuously these last weeks and held her hand as she left this world. I have been truly blessed.

She did not want to be buried because she didn't want to take up space. She wanted no funeral or service. She wanted to leave this earth as she had arrived, with no fanfare. The life she lived is tribute itself.

I will miss her.

Kitt Shapiro